14 DAY TRIAL // When an event gathers a series of A-list celebrities like Angelina Jolie, George Clooney and Leonardo DiCaprio, its reception has to be over the top is so many different ways.
The 2012 Golden Globe couldn't make an exception; therefore, famous chefs were encouraged to scale up efforts and do their best to put some of the most amazing, jaw-dropping treats on the table, aiming to please even the most pampered celebrities.
Opulence is often considered offensive. In this case, the exquisite menu, based on expensive ingredients imported from several parts of the Globe, has raised a lot of controversy, making environmental organization Global Green U.S.A blame the gesture.
Officials from the organization have recently indicated that importing the food required by the appealing dishes served during the Golden Globe Awards reception will only increase the amount of greenhouse gases that are already almost impossible to curb and widely condemned for accelerating the effects of climate change.
“Flying in ingredients from around the world is unsustainable and only adds to growing greenhouse gas emissions that cause global warming,” explained representatives from Global Green U.S.A for the Daily Mail.
Even under these circumstances, the desert displaying 23-carat edible gold flakes or the chocolate almond crunch terrine will turn heads and make mouths water during the prestigious event.
On the other hand, criticism coming from conservationists and non-profit organizations, stating that fabulous events like the Golden Globes actually worsen global levels of air pollution, could make eco-conscious celebrities stay far away from the tasty treats.
At this point in time, most stars make sure their daily meals are based entirely on organic, locally sourced food.
In this case, ingredients are brought from all parts of the Globe. The chocolate that will be imported from Switzerland will generate 2,309 lbs CO2, while the necessary acacia honey caramel coming from France will add 2,204 lbs CO2.
Other goodies are expected from Spain and Italy, both trips to Los Angeles triggering no less than 4712 lbs CO2, according to a carbon footprint calculator taken into consideration by University of Virginia's TerraPass.